The village of Andreevka near Slavyansk has come under artillery
fire from Kiev forces, according to the representative of the
self-defense forces, as quoted by RIA Novosti.

“There was an artillery attack. Houses have been destroyed.
Cars are on fire. There are casualties, but the numbers aren’t
known yet,” the representative said.

The assault of Slavyansk itself began around 5am local time
(02:00 GMT) by the Kiev forces, ITAR-TASS reported.

"The enemy started the artillery attack on Andreevka using
heavy mortars and howitzers. Also we have data on the opposing
side using helicopters for covering operations," a
representative of the self-defense HQ told Interfax.

Communication between #Andreevka
and #Slavyansk
- as well w/ other cities around it - r reportedly affected.
It's difficult to get info.